Although I don’t think it is too much trouble to explain things in words, I do know that many things can be beyond description, which is why I have tried to include as many photos and movies as possible. Even so, images are unable to convey Ishikawa’s appeal sufficiently, so please come to experience them in person. We hope that you have the opportunity to visit not only Kanazawa, but also Noto, Kaga and the Hakusan mountain region. We want you to experience that they are not sightseeing areas of scenic beauty alone. It might be a good idea to visit neighboring prefectures too as tourism has no boundaries! In the end though, we still want to be Wandering through Ishikawa.

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Manufacturing traditional Japanese “Wagasa” umbrellas became popular in cities during the Edo era (about 400 years ago) due to developments in commerce and industry. In Kanazawa alone, there were more than 100 shops selling Wagasa in the Meiji and Taisho eras (up to about 100 years ago). Wagasa made in Kanazawa were not only gorgeous but also sturdy, and sold well throughout Japan. Today, economical Western-style umbrellas are more commonly used, leading to a decrease in the numbers of Wagasa makers; nowadays, Wagasa can only be seen on special occasions, such as traditional festivals.